Pork Scratchling

Pork Crackling, but done low and slow to get a better texture

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Separate the pork fat from any meat. You can use the meat to make pulled pork

Step 2

Score the skin side of the fat.

Step 3

Generously season both sides of the pork fat

Step 4

Heat a pan to medium heat with the oil and lay the pork skin side down

Step 5

Use something to weigh it down to ensure surface contact all over

Step 6

Fry for 15-20 minutes until it is brown all over and bubbles have formed

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 140C

Step 8

Lay skin side up on a wire rack above an oven tray.

Step 9

Cook the fat for 3-4 hours, until the underside is all crisp and there is no “gummy fat” left

Step 10

Cut it up into bite size pieces and enjoy with a beer